Self-Guided Movie Tour: Exploring Iconic Film Locations Around the World

For movie lovers, visiting famous filming locations can be an exciting way to experience the magic of cinema in real life. Here’s a guide to some of the most iconic movie locations around the world that you can explore on your own.

New York City, USA (Ghostbusters, Spider-Man, Home Alone 2)

Times Square – Featured in countless films, from Spider-Man to The Amazing Spider-Man.
New York Public Library – The opening scene of Ghostbusters was filmed here.
Plaza Hotel – The luxurious setting of Home Alone 2: Lost in New York.

London, UK (Harry Potter, James Bond, Paddington)

King’s Cross Station – Home to Platform 9¾ from Harry Potter.
MI6 Headquarters – Featured in multiple James Bond films.
Paddington Station – The starting point of Paddington’s adventure.

Filming Locations
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Paris, France (Inception, Midnight in Paris, The Da Vinci Code)

Pont de Bir-Hakeim – The dream scene bridge from Inception.
Shakespeare and Company – The famous bookstore featured in Midnight in Paris.
Louvre Museum – The setting for key scenes in The Da Vinci Code.

Tokyo, Japan (Lost in Translation, Kill Bill, Fast & Furious: Tokyo Drift)

Park Hyatt Tokyo – The hotel from Lost in Translation.
Gonpachi Restaurant – The inspiration for the fight scene in Kill Bill.
Shibuya Crossing – The chaotic intersection seen in Tokyo Drift.

New Zealand (The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit)

Hobbiton (Matamata) – The real-life home of the Shire.
Tongariro National Park – The filming location for Mordor.
Fiordland National Park – Featured as Middle-earth’s breathtaking landscapes.

With so many iconic film locations around the world, a self-guided movie tour is a fantastic way to step into your favorite scenes. Whether you’re walking the streets of King’s Landing or standing in the heart of Middle-earth, these destinations bring the magic of cinema to life.

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